The Federal Government of Nigeria has initiated the sale of 30,000 metric tonnes of milled rice at a subsidised rate of ₦40,000 per 50kg bag. This initiative aims to alleviate the ongoing food crisis and provide affordable rice to Nigerians. President Bola Tinubu, represented by Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Abubakar Kyari, emphasized that […]
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NNPC Ties Dangote Petrol Price to Forex Rates, Awaiting September 15 Start
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced that it will begin lifting petrol from the $20 billion Dangote Petroleum Refinery on September 15. However, the price of the petrol will be influenced by foreign exchange rates and market forces due to the deregulated nature of the market, as stated by NNPC Executive Vice […]
Fire Tragedy at Kenyan School Claims Lives of 17 Children
A tragic fire at Hillside Endarasha Academy in Nyeri County, Central Kenya, has claimed the lives of at least 17 children, aged between five and twelve. The blaze, which erupted around midnight, engulfed a dormitory where the students were sleeping. National police spokesperson Resila Onyango confirmed the fatalities and noted that 16 other children sustained […]
ICPC Denies Arrest of Chris Ngige Amid Fraud Allegations
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has dismissed reports circulating on social media about the arrest of former Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige. According to ICPC spokesperson Demola Bakare, Ngige was invited for questioning concerning certain activities from his tenure as minister, not arrested. Bakare clarified that after the […]
U.S. Mayor, Ex-British Diplomat Back Nigeria on Treason Charges Against Briton, 12 Nigerians
Former British diplomat David Roberts and U.S. Mayor Mike Arnold have expressed their support for the Nigerian government’s decision to prosecute British national Andrew Wynne and 12 Nigerians on charges of treason. The group is accused of plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s government, according to the Nigeria Police. The accused individuals, including Wynne, are […]
Wike’s Ally Fires Back at Edwin Clark, Dismisses Arrest Calls
Chidi Lloyd, a close ally of Nyesom Wike and former chairman of Emohua Local Government Area, has strongly criticized Ijaw leader Edwin Clark for his recent demand to arrest Wike. Clark had urged the Inspector-General of Police to act after Wike’s comments warning PDP governors against interfering in Rivers State affairs. In a scathing response, […]
NPFL Matchday 1 Fixtures Rescheduled Due to Super Eagles AFCON Qualifiers
The 2024-2025 NPFL matchday one fixtures have been rescheduled to Sunday and Monday due to Nigeria’s Super Eagles’ AFCON qualifier against Benin Republic, set to take place on Saturday, September 7, in Uyo. After the league opener between reigning champions Enugu Rangers and newly promoted El-Kanemi Warriors ended in a goalless draw on August 31, […]
Labour Party Crisis Fueled by Obi, Otti, and Datti – Abure-Led Faction Claims
The Labour Party, under the leadership of Julius Abure, has accused Peter Obi, Governor Alex Otti, and Datti Baba-Ahmed of contributing to the ongoing crisis within the party. According to the Deputy National Chairman, Ayo Olorunfemi, these figures, along with Nenadi Usman, have disrupted the party’s unity. In an interview, Olorunfemi criticized the stakeholders’ meeting […]
Former Minister Emmanuel Iheanacho Rejects Otedola’s Call to Scrap Fuel Depots
Iheanacho Responds to Otedola’s Remarks on Depot Owners Former Minister of Interior, Emmanuel Iheanacho, has responded to billionaire businessman Femi Otedola’s suggestion that fuel depot owners should dismantle their facilities and sell them as scrap. Otedola made the comment during the launch of operations at the Dangote Refinery. In a statement, Iheanacho, who is also […]
Zamfara Government Denies Allegations of Paying Bandits for Dialogue
Zamfara State Refutes Claims of Payments to Bandits The Zamfara State Government has strongly denied allegations that it paid large sums of money to bandits as part of a dialogue process. At a press briefing in Gusau, Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Abubakar Nakwada, dismissed circulating documents that claim the government released funds to […]